1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1994 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 379 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1994 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | MK VIII | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
